Support your local yard

On 18 March, Global Recycling Day, the British Metals Recycling Association (BMRA), the trade association representing metals recycling and scrap yards, launched a new campaign to encourage members of the public to support their local scrap yard, whilst raising funds for local schools, community projects and charities.

Metal is 100% recyclable and has an instant value. Why not check your shed, garage, and even your kitchen for metals that are no longer being used, take it to a local scrap yard and, should you wish, donate the money.

It's simple, use the link below to find a BMRA yard in your area, give them a call to check they can take your metal, and, bingo, you will have money available to donate to your local school, community project or charity.

Some members of the public have set up accounts at a metal recycling yard so that anyone can take their metal and donate the money directly.

Check out the yard's website or social media for opening times. During holiday times (New Year, Easter, Summer, Christmas, bank holidays) some yards will close.

What can I recycle?

The below is a list of items that can be recycled. Some items listed below are waste electrical and electronic equipment (WEEE). It is worth checking with the yard before to see what material they take: